mun5 zuk6滿族满族
Jyutpingmun5 zuk6
Yalemúhn juhk
Definition
The Manchu people, an ethnic minority of China primarily living in Northeast China.
neutralpeople
How it's used
Refers specifically to the ethnic group recognized by the state. While historically significant in the Qing dynasty, modern usage is almost exclusively in academic, historical, or demographic contexts. It is rarely used in casual daily conversation unless discussing history or genealogy.
Examples
His family members are all Manchu.
Do you know what traditional customs the Manchu have?
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
